Monday to Friday - 8:30AM to 3:30PM Direct Support Professional (DSP) The Direct Support Professional (DSP) empowers adults with disabilities through hands-on experiences like animal care, gardening, art, and community activities—helping them build skills, confidence, and independence. At Dutton Farm, we focus on structured, hands-on learning to develop communication, social, and pre-vocational skills. Our programs include on-site activities and community outings such as volunteering and recreational experiences that promote independence, self-advocacy, and social awareness. Job Responsibilities: Direct Support: • Support individuals in achieving their goals and maximizing independence • Ensure a safe environment and report concerns promptly • Promote engagement in on-site programming and activities • Assist participants in animal care, gardening, art, and other hands-on experiences • Teach and reinforce appropriate skills through meaningful activities • Encourage positive social interactions and relationship-building • Provide support with tasks and adapt activities as needed • Assist with personal care (e.g., feeding, toileting) as required • Warm meals when needed • Build strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants • Monitor and document individual goal progress • Carry out additional support duties as assigned by leadership Administrative: • Provide daily reports on participant progress and achievements • Complete incident reports as requested by the Site Manager • Maintain accurate daily logs in accordance with organizational policies • Attend scheduled staff meetings Qualifications: • Mission aligned • Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities • High school diploma required • Must be 18 years or older • Must pass background checks • Basic computer skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Maintain a professional demeanor with a focus on advocacy, respect, and demonstrating a strong work ethic • Must be self-motivated, reliable, dependable • Strong ability to adapt and willingness to be flexible Staff Values: • Mission-Driven • Productive • Dependable • Collaborative • Positive • Responsible Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Paid training • Referral program • Vision insurance